2013 Acura RDX bulb

uuReplacing Light Bulbs uSide Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
290Maintenance
3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert new bulb.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light BulbsDoor mirrors have the side turn lights. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light bulbs.
1Fog Light Bulbs
*
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Bulb
Coupler
Tab* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Parking Light and Front Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light and Front Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side:Turn the steering wheel to
the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips, and pull the inner
fender back.
2 Fog Light Bulbs
* P. 289
3.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light: 28/8 W (Amber)
Front Side Marker Light: 5W (Amber)
Bulb SocketBulb
Socket
* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
3. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.Rear Side Marker/Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W Bolts

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
6. Reinstall the light assembly by sliding it on
to the guide on the body.
Bulb
Socket
Guide

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light and Taillight Bulbs
Maintenance
Back-Up Light and Taillight BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.Back-Up Light: 16W
Taillight: 3CP
Bulb
Socket

295
uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulb
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light BulbWhen replacing, use the following bulb.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Push the tabs to remove the coupler.
3. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.Rear License Plate Light: 5W
Bulb
Tab
Tab

296
uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHigh-Mount Brake Light Bulb
Maintenance
High-Mount Brake Light BulbWhen replacing, use the following bulb.
1.Remove the lens segment by prying on the
edge using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
3. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.High-Mount Brake Light: 16 W
Screw
Lens Segment
Bulb
Socket

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Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Power Tailgate Motor
*
(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR
20 A
ABS/VSA Motor
40 A
E-DPS
30 A
Main Fuse
120 A
2
ST CUT
50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
IG Main 50 A
Headlight Washer
(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A
Main Fan Motor 30 A Headlight Main 30 A Blower 40 A
3
Driver's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Driver's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
4− −
5
STR Diagnosis Fuse
7.5 A
6− −
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs
*2:Models with high voltage discharge tube
bulbs9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Power Tailgate Closer
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
IGP2
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
ACM
10 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A
*2
21
MG Clutch
7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
*1
15 A
*2
24ACC 10 A25
FI Main
(15 A)
26 Trailer (20 A)
27
Small
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Back Up
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models